Therese Beck | Jan 30, 2026
By Francis Frangipane Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. —Matthew 5:10, NIV As I begin this message on persecution, I want to clarify what it is not talking about. If we view the Beatitudes as a...
Therese Beck | Jan 23, 2026
By Francis Frangipane Increasing Lawlessness We have to get to higher ground if we will escape the tsunami of anger and cynicism rolling through the world right now. I’m not saying we shouldn’t be angry or passionate concerning the issues of our times,...
Therese Beck | Jan 16, 2026
By Francis Frangipane Whether we realize it or not, most Christians of Protestant lineage carry in their doctrinal heritage the revelation of Martin Luther, that “the just shall live by faith.” For whatever flaws may have otherwise been in Luther’s...
Therese Beck | Jan 9, 2026
By Francis Frangipane We recite it in private and pray it in unison; we have even sung it in reverence on select Sunday mornings. It’s been a familiar prayer at somber cultural events, such as memorials or funerals. Yet I wonder if we really grasp what was in...
Therese Beck | Jan 2, 2026
By Francis Frangipane In spite of increasing tensions around the world, the Holy Spirit says, for many, this next year will be a year of release. While we must absolutely intercede for our nations, we also must refuse to become fearful or restrained by the pressures...
Therese Beck | Dec 26, 2025
By Francis Frangipane The true church is a child in the womb of God; what the Almighty feels affects us. We absorb into our spiritual DNA the great loves of God; His compassion becomes our compassion. However, what God hates we must not be afraid to also hate, for our...
